Sharon Stars International SchoolINTRODUCTION TO EMBROIDERY
Meaning of Embroidery
Embroidery is a
decorating fabric or other materials
using knitting and thread or yam.
Sources of
Embroidery
Just like the source of other is gotten from animals and flower,
geometric shapes
abstract forms.
Materials/Tools used in
Embroidery
a. Needle
b. Embroidery thread.
C. Fabric.
d. Pencils to draw the patterns or
design.
e. Hand which hạndles
embroidery
TYPES OF EMBROIDERY
1. Running Stitch A simple straight stitch used for outlining designs.
2. Backstitch: A reverse stitch used for outlining and creating details.
3. Stem Stitch: A stitch used for creating lines and outlines.
4. French Knot: A stitch that creates a small, textured knot.
5. Satin Stitch: A smooth, shiny stitch used for filling large areas.
6. Chain Stitch: A stitch that creates a chain-like pattern.
7. Cross-Stitch: A stitch that creates an "X" shape, often used for creating patterns.
8. Blanket Stitch: A stitch used for edging fabric and creating a decorative border.
9.Loop Stitch: A stitch that creates loops on the fabric's surface, often used for textured, dimensional designs.
10.Feather Stitch: A stitch that creates a feather-like pattern, often used for decorative borders and designs.
11.Herringbone Stitch: A reversible stitch that creates a chevron pattern, often used for borders, fillings, and decorative designs.
Methods For Transferring Embroidery Designs Onto Fabric:
1. Tracing: Using a tracing wheel or pencil to transfer the design onto the fabric.
2. Iron-on transfers: Using heat transfer paper or stabilizer to transfer the design.
3. Stencils: Using a template or stencil to guide stitching.
4. Light box: Using a light box to trace the design onto the fabric.
5. Water-soluble stabilizer: Drawing the design directly onto the stabilizer.
6. Embroidery software: Using software to digitize and transfer designs.
7. Tracing paper: Using specialized paper to transfer designs.
Uses Of Embroidlery
a. It is used to add design on fabric
b. It is very important in
decorating fabric.
C. It gives high quality to the fabric with embroidery on it.
d. Adds value to the fabric.